We are looking for more superstars!
A word from our Founder & Managing Director Antonia Beauvoisin Brown
I set up KidooLand in 2007 with a few tables and chairs and a lesson plan. Crazy days! It has certainly been quite a ride since then with a few recessions, a major education policy change , Brexit oh yes and a pandemic.. life hasn't been dull.
We've expanded, gone online, came off line , expanded again ..always pivoting to meet demands of our clients and the current state of affairs.
So here we are over 18 years later .. we work predominantly from Vallauris-Sophia Antipolis in a 380m2 space (Annexe & Loft) and also in structures in the Alpes Maritimes eg crèches.
We are back to developing our online and digital programmes particularly with the AI education explosion we have ahead of us.
Being able to move with the times, stretch and grow is only possible thanks to our strong experienced and fun team of 20 individuals who are focused on giving our little clients the best introduction and pathway to learning and loving English. I appreciate each and every one of them truly.
We are incredibly diverse, have different passions .We work different schedules, at different locations, and with different types of students. Even so we work hard to try and create a team feel.
Over the years we have focused on team welfare with a nutritional workshop, Pilates classes, our annual LoveFest, Christmas parties, end of year team apéros, and other little moments to hopefully bring some cheer throughout the year.
We don't always get it right, we do try to learn and grow and do better next time.
Everyone is encouraged to keep focused, keep self-learning and growing and try to inspire our little learners, maintaining a safe environment for them at all times. We do what we can as a team to support each other ;-)
That in a nutshell is the essence of KidooLand .. to Learn and Grow. So while I set KidooLand up, every week I learn and I love watching her grow.
So thank you to my team past, present and future .. thanks you for your energy .. for believing in the concept and helpin make us what we are today. The reputation that we have built up has been down to you and I'm really proud to see the impact we have had as a team.
It's easy for me to pop some words here .. but the proof is in the pudding ..
I thought you might prefer to hear from someone who has been on the team now for 10 years ...
What's it like working at KidooLand ? Sian shares her journey here from how her CV was missed first time around .. to becoming our Branch Manager.
Working in Education – The KidooLand Way
Education is going through one of its biggest transformations in decades - perhaps the biggest for several generations.
While it remains an undervalued profession in many ways, the pressure on teachers continues to grow — even as the expectations placed on them rise.
At KidooLand, we are committed to doing things differently. We work hard to ensure our team members are supported in ways that truly matter: by giving them the time, tools and structure to cut through admin, planning and evaluation overload, so they can focus on what really counts — the children.
We know that when teachers feel trusted, prepared and valued, they are better able to bring learning to life, build strong bonds with families, and guide each child’s progress with care and creativity.
Is education still a good field to be in?
Absolutely — when it's done right.
Yes, education demands energy and strong communication skills. But it also brings purpose, connection, and the joy of seeing a child light up when they learn something new.
We’ve seen first-hand how teamwork, shared values and a great environment can make all the difference.
We’ve worked hard to rebuild a strong team in the face of recent challenges (including the post-Brexit talent shift). Today, we’re proud to say that our educators are confident, qualified, and passionate — and that KidooLand is a place where great teaching thrives again.
What qualifications do I need to work with you?
Diplomas and experience definitely stand out on an application.
We’re always on the lookout for:
🎓 TEFL / CELTA / PGCE / Montessori qualifications*
🧠 Experience in education, child development or language learning
🌟 A bit of creative fairy dust!
Some of our best educators have come from non-traditional backgrounds — theatre, speech therapy, even mechanical engineering and optometry. What they all had in common? A natural way with children, and a gift for making learning fun.
We’re looking for people who:
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Can capture attention without raising their voice
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Know how to turn a cardboard box into something magical
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Get excited about science, Lego and Pinterest-worthy projects
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Want to grow with us — and maybe train along the way
These are the skills they don’t always teach in “teacher school”… but they’re the ones that matter most in a classroom that’s full of joy, curiosity and imagination.
If that sounds like you — we’d love to hear from you.
* Post Brexit , certificates that used to be great are slowly becoming less useful. Having French certifications are brilliant and appease the powers that be!
What does the future look like at KidooLand?
Since founding KidooLand in 2007, I’ve had the privilege of growing the company alongside raising my two children — who are now young adults. The past few years have brought rapid change to education, and at KidooLand, we’ve embraced that evolution.
The expansion into The Loft in Vallauris and now more and more digital and online learning, means we are refining our curriculums and built systems to support teachers, rather than overwhelm them.
Over the last decade, we’ve focused on building repeatable, well-supported teaching processes, simplifying prep time and enabling more space for what truly matters — supporting each child as an individual.
What’s next?
We’re lucky to now have a solid, experienced and happy team — and we’re ready to welcome new members who share our values. We know we’re looking for someone special: a team player who loves teaching, embraces interaction, and has an eye for detail.
At KidooLand, you’ll join a fast-moving but supportive environment where everyone is encouraged to think like a leader. We value creativity, kindness, initiative and community. Our work genuinely impacts children and their families — and that’s something we’re proud of.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to making KidooLand a diverse, inclusive and nurturing place to work. Want to hear what it’s really like? Check out our social channels to hear directly from our team.
Why are we hiring?
Like many growing companies, we occasionally need to backfill roles as team members move on to new chapters. But we’re also expanding our digital side — and now is the time to build our future team.
So don’t wait — if this sounds like your kind of place, send in your application now. If we connect, stay in touch! We recommend checking in every few months as opportunities arise.
To help every new team member settle in, we’ve put in place clear onboarding tools for the first 30, 60 and 90 days — and beyond.
Who are we looking for?
The perfect KidooLand educator is someone who:
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Thinks like a leader but loves to work in a team
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Brings energy, structure, and a passion for interactive, child-led learning
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Wants to create a classroom where children feel seen, inspired and included
A native level of English is essential. A good level of French is a bonus, especially for communicating with parents — but it’s not a deal-breaker.
Here’s what we expect you to be able to do:
✅ Plan and lead creative, interactive lessons using our detailed year-long teacher guides and workbooks. Activities include arts & crafts, music, cookery, science, geography, history and more — no need to be an expert in everything, but you should feel comfortable running sessions across multiple themes.
✅ Adapt your teaching to all learning styles. No “lecture-style” teaching here — we expect you to read the room, adapt to the group, and make sure everyone feels included.
✅ Communicate effectively with parents. Children often say “I just played” — it’s your job to show parents the learning pathway behind the play, and to share the intentions behind your sessions.
✅ Be passionate about positive education. Our ideal team member is someone who lights up at the thought of teaching — the kind of person who sees a cardboard box and thinks “project!” or finds a clip on Netflix and thinks “perfect for science class.”
✅ Collaborate with the team. We have a vibrant internal community — a WhatsApp group for tips and fun, a shared Facebook space for ideas, and structured Trello boards for resources.
✅ Be punctual, organised, calm in a crisis, and committed to a safe, tidy, child-friendly classroom environment.
✅ Be comfortable teaching both in-person and online — and don’t worry, we can help you get up to speed with tools and platforms.
What now?
Read on to explore our current opportunities and application process.
We hope to hear from you soon!
Warm regards,
Antonia & the KidooTeam
We will review all applications received !
WE ARE HIRING AN ESL ONLINE TEACHER
Are you an enthusiastic and organized educator passionate
about teaching English to young learners?
Join our innovative online platform and enjoy a flexible and fully remote teaching role!
We're seeking dynamic teachers who engage with students through the camera lens, fostering direct eye contact and meaningful connections. Your role involves meticulously planning and delivering interactive lessons tailored to children aged 5-16, aligning with their proficiency levels and individual goals. Beyond language acquisition, your aim is to nurture language mastery and bolster confidence. Providing consistent, constructive feedback and conducting evaluations are integral parts of this role.
Qualifications:
Native-level proficiency in spoken and written English.
Teaching certification (e.g., TESOL, CELTA, TEFL) OR a bachelor’s degree.
Minimum of 2 years' teaching experience, ideally with diverse age groups, preferably in an online setting.
Bonus: Experience with alternative, child-focused teaching methods like Montessori.
Skills:
Proficient technical abilities, adeptness in using Google Suite & Zoom.
Outstanding communication skills.
Punctuality, strong organizational capabilities, and acute attention to detail.
Capacity to evaluate students and tailor lessons to accommodate various learning styles and individual needs.
Competence in designing innovative and efficient lesson plans and developing curriculum.
Requirements for Success:
Clean criminal record is mandatory.
Access to high-speed internet, a computer, and an HD webcam & microphone.
Hiring Process:
Complete our application form.
Record and submit a 4–5-minute introductory video – tell us about your experience to date, why you teach and why kids love to be taught by you... showcase your unique personality!
If you pass this initial screening stage, you will be invited to a Zoom interview, which will include a 10-minute trial lesson demonstration.
Remuneration (AEs)
Admin time and any parent communications paid extra.
Formules for evaluations extra rate
Hourly rate range 25- 30€/h for more experienced teachers.
Minimum initial contract period of 6 months.
1:1 classes 30 minutes long (25 minutes teaching + 5 minutes providing update).
Comprehensive Onboarding:
We offer a structured 30-, 60-, & 90-day onboarding program for all new teachers. This includes a complimentary online training program designed to swiftly familiarize teachers with our unique approach, methodologies, and systems. Regular monthly check-ins are conducted to actively support teachers during this onboarding period.
Ongoing Performance Reviews:
Post the onboarding process, we conduct reviews quarterly or every 150 hours taught to uphold teaching standards, ensuring an exceptional learning experience for our students. Clear criteria are communicated beforehand, facilitating a transparent evaluation process. Hourly pay rate increases are based on the outcomes of these reviews.
WE ARE HIRING AN IN PERSON ESL TEACHERS
Wednesdays (9h30 - 17h) + Saturday (10h-12h)
+ minimum of 5 weeks of holiday camps (9h30-12h30 + 13h30-16h30)
As well as being a passionate teacher, we are looking for someone who is a goal-orientated self manager (gets things done consistently on time!), who has a positive attitude and a growth mindset. Good communication and a team spirit are also essential; we work hard but we also love what we do and enjoy working together to help transform children's lives!
The children have assigned course books for the year on Wednesdays & Saturdays and the teacher's role is to plan their teaching around the units set out in these books. Each individual lesson is 2h so teachers also have the freedom to decide on what fun reinforcement activities you would like to organise to compliment the scheduled book work: arts and crafts, drama, debates, songs/musical activities, games, role play, science experiments, cooking etc.
We also run holiday workshops in Oct/Nov (2 weeks), February (2 weeks), April (2 weeks) & the summer (6 weeks) and 5 weeks of guaranteed teaching over this period is also included in this package.
For school holiday teaching roles, teachers are required our teacher planning committee with develop a balanced education programme and plan all the classes around a specific theme in order to meet our set educational objectives. The aim, again, is to incorporate academic progression with a wide range of interactive activities so that children are fully engaged in the learning process and have fun. As a holiday camp teacher, your role is to take this plan and bring it to life in your classroom.
MAIN PACKAGE DETAILS :
* 35 x Wednesdays all day (3 groups: 9h30 -11h30, 13h-15h & 15h-17h)
* 30 x Saturdays 10-12h (1 group: 10h-12h [possibility to repeat work/activities from Wednesday classes!])
Including:
- 1 message sent to parents per class on what we did in class/homework
- 1 evaluation / child completed each term (3 terms per year)
* Holiday Camps (based on 5 weeks @30 hours/week - more weeks available + garderies too if wanted)
For AutoEntrpreneurs
We pay between 54-64 euros HT per 2hour session.
The rate depends on the Teachers experience and who they are teaching.
The annual planning, supporting documents, classroom books and workbooks are provided for the students. You are of course invited to tweak according to your interests and the children's needs.
We run incentives in the year too .
For example in 2025 we asked our team to help with renewals. One of our team members was able to bill us 350 euros for their help in sign ups for the new year.
We also offer Full time week options (up to 12 weeks per year) which are generally billed at around 900 euros / week (30 hours) with an option to add some extra admin time to bump this up to over 1000 euros/ week.
Again we often can provide guidance and planning outline and supporting links.
++ Great onboarding process plus online teacher training programme. You may be looking for a job, but we really want to help you develop your teaching career!
Please note: As we work with children, security and reference checks will be carried out; the successful candidate must have a clean casier judiciaire.
APPLY TO JOIN OUR TEAM
STEP 1 -> APPLY USING OUR FORM >> HERE <<
STEP 2 -> Once you have completed the form, if you are applying for an in person position, please show us the personality behind your written form by sending us a short WhatsApp voice message (less than 5 minutes long - we'll send you our company WhatsApp number by email once you've completed the online application form). If you are applying for an online, remote teaching positiong, please send us a 4-5 minute introductory video.
In both cases, please introduce yourself, tell us about your current situation, your experience to date why you teach and why kids love to be taught by you... showcase your unique personality!
We are not looking for a recording masterpiece here .. we are looking for personality! Our teachers need to be able to communicate with their voice / onscreen. Your voice is yout magic wand in the classroom so imagine you are on Blue Peter or have a group of 6 year olds in front of you and want to tell them a story.
Successful shortlisted candidates will be invited to a prelimary interview via a zoom conference call.
For in person roles, we then invite you in to meet the team .. join in a session (a paid trial) and see if you like what you see and whether we all feel it would be a good fit.
KidooLand's Recruitment Policy
KidooLand prides itself on being an equal opportunities employer and complies with relevant employment legislation in order to ensure that its recruitment process is fair, open and transparent. KidooLand welcomes applicants of all nationalities, religions, races, ages, sexual orientations, gender, disability, marital and family status. KidooLand’s primary concern is always finding the best individual for the job!
Please note that KidooLand is a provider of first-class English education so all candidates for teaching roles must have native level written and spoken English.
All applicants must already have in place the relevant visas, permits and permissions to live and work in France.
All the personal information received from applicants is dealt with in the strictest confidence. All CVs are reviewed and when a suitable position becomes available, we would then contact you for an interview.
Security is important to us. To move dossiers forward quickly, please ensure you bring the following documentation to your interview:
• Casier judicaire or CRB
(https://casier-judiciaire.justice.gouv.fr/pages/accueil.xhtml)
• 2x professional references, one of which must be related to the world of children/childcare (that we can call).
• Photo ID (please bring both a photocopy and the original).
• Relevant professional certificates for the role being applied for (e.g. teaching, 1st aid etc. Photocopies are acceptable.).
• Titre de séjour/Visa for non-EU (including British) citizens (please bring both a photocopy and the original).
• Copy of Carte Vitale, mutuelle (health insurance) and ideally knowledge of your vaccination records and/or a vaccination certificate.
• Autoentrepreneurs should have proof of their SIRET number for the partnership agreement (eg. A copy of the most recent URSSAF attestation de vigilance).
L'équipe de KidooLand est constituée d’hommes et de femmes, différents les uns des autres par leurs origines socio-culturelles et religieuses, leur âge, sexe etc… L’acceptation de chacun (enfant ou adulte) et l’ouverture de l’esprit constituent notre force. Nous nous enrichissons en accueillant, au sein de notre communauté, des personnes avec des expériences diverses et des idées variées.
Il est essentiel pour nous de pouvoir enseigner ce principe fondamental de la diversité et de la tolérance aux enfants qui viennent à KidooLand car eux aussi en font partis.
La diversité c’est vous et nous, Together.